Fall Runway Trend: Equestrian Rides High

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Designers took to a new sport this season, drawing athletic inspiration from the equestrian world. Turning dressage into dress-up? Yes, please.
Altuzarra presented the trend most literally, showing pants and boots straight out of the riding ring, as well as a sweater with horses emblazoned across the chest. At most shows, however, riding boots provided just a touch of equine influence, as was the case at Gucci and Alexander Wang. And in perhaps the most surprising take on equestrian styling, a number of designers (Kenzo, Tommy Hilfiger, Givenchy) showed hats fashioned after riding helmets, taking this trend from head to toe.
Since a helmet can be a bold move, you may want to start smaller. Try knee-high riding boots or another accessory, like the cravats shown at Jonathan Saunders. A fitted blazer and pin-straight pants (or even jodhpurs, like those at Altuzarra and Ralph Lauren) complete the look. Be perfectly polished this fall by getting into the equestrian spirit  this is one trend you won't want to buck!

Saddle up! Horseback riding staples like blazers and boots made a strong showing on the catwalk this season.

Designers took to a new sport this season, drawing athletic inspiration from the equestrian world. Turning dressage into dress-up? Yes, please.
Altuzarra presented the trend most literally, showing pants and boots straight out of the riding ring, as well as a sweater with horses emblazoned across the chest. At most shows, however, riding boots provided just a touch of equine influence, as was the case at Gucci and Alexander Wang. And in perhaps the most surprising take on equestrian styling, a number of designers (Kenzo, Tommy Hilfiger, Givenchy) showed hats fashioned after riding helmets, taking this trend from head to toe.
Since a helmet can be a bold move, you may want to start smaller. Try knee-high riding boots or another accessory, like the cravats shown at Jonathan Saunders. A fitted blazer and pin-straight pants (or even jodhpurs, like those at Altuzarra and Ralph Lauren) complete the look. Be perfectly polished this fall by getting into the equestrian spirit  this is one trend you won't want to buck!

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Saddle up! Horseback riding staples like blazers and boots made a strong showing on the catwalk this season.